A A L Dias, Matale District Group Corr.
After the construction work of the Moragahakanda reservoir had begun, the wild elephant threat had increased. Therefore the Wildlife Conservation Department has commenced erecting the electrified fences covering the affected areas in the Matale district.
Due to existing construction activities, five elephant-crossings have been hampered in the area. So, wild elephants coming from the Wasgamuwa Sanctuary, have lost their traditional paths.
As a result, these animals invade the villages causing severe damages.
Therefore the Wildlife Conservation Department has decided to erect the electric fences.
At the first stage, an electric fence from Sadavasalatenna to Rubbiliya, a distance of 32 kilo meters is being constructed at present, while it is due to be extended upto Wewalawewa, adding another 42 kilometers.
In parallel to this the electric fence which is covering Diyakepilla village, will also be extended upto Gedigaswalana, with a view to avoid the invasion of wild elephants from the Sigiriya Sanctuary.
The officials said that this programme was to end soon.
http://www.dailynews.lk/2011/12/30/news32.asp
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